Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
celticum
ID:
20794

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Richards

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Watsonia 15(2): 87 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020123



Common Names

  • Taraxacum Celticum
  • Celtic Dandelion
  • Celticum Taraxacum


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Description

Taraxacum celticum (also called Celtic dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the family Asteraceae. It has a single stem that can reach up to 40 cm in height, with a few branches. The leaves are lanceolate and have a grayish-green color. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum celticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum celticum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two narrow, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum celticum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Taraxacum celticum

Taraxacum celticum is native to Europe. It can be found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Taraxacum celticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum celticum?

Taraxacum celticum

What is the common name of Taraxacum celticum?

Celtic Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum celticum?

It is native to Europe and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Species in the Taraxacum genus

Taraxacum amborum, Taraxacum cuspidifrons, Taraxacum ochrospermum, Taraxacum vestrobottnicum, Taraxacum flugum, Taraxacum ampliusculum, Taraxacum dispar, Taraxacum variegatum, Taraxacum protractifolium, Taraxacum annae, Taraxacum peraccommodatum, Taraxacum porphyranthum, Taraxacum maeandriforme, Taraxacum leucoglossum, Taraxacum sigillatum, Taraxacum subtenuiforme, Taraxacum ischnolepis, Taraxacum sacrificatum, Taraxacum magnolevigatum, Taraxacum aurorum, Taraxacum euryphyllum, Taraxacum carneocoloratum, Taraxacum arquitenens, Taraxacum bezidum, Taraxacum promontoriorum, Taraxacum schugnanicum, Taraxacum kasachum, Taraxacum uliginosum, Taraxacum oxycentrum, Taraxacum sagittifolium, Taraxacum pictidum, Taraxacum infestum, Taraxacum pervalidum, Taraxacum vanum, Taraxacum enontekiense, Taraxacum crassipes, Taraxacum geirhildae, Taraxacum balcanicum, Taraxacum parvuliforme, Taraxacum pieninicum, Taraxacum pallidissimum, Taraxacum pseudoroseum, Taraxacum japonicum, Taraxacum roseoflavescens, Taraxacum thessalicum, Taraxacum selenoides, Taraxacum pastiniferum, Taraxacum macilentum, Taraxacum latisectum, Taraxacum pseudosuecicum,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-119454: Based on the initial data import
Adrian John Richards (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Richards' in the authors string.